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Pittsburg Dental and Aesthetic Center
Pittsburgh, PA
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Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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In 1997 .Received bachelor's degree in Medical Technology . Graduated from School of dental medicine in 1992. Attended one year general practice residency at veterans hospital in Pittsburgh. After three years of residency, in 1996, received a certificate in prosthodontics at Pittsburgh school of dental medicine. I have a private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and serve as clinical assistant professor at the department of Prosthodontics at pittsburgh dental school.
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Endodontics
Pediatric Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Licenses
United States: Florida, Pennsylvania
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242 Answers
169 Agrees
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Gingivitis: Gingivitis refers to inflammation of the gums (gingiva) due to plaque and tarter build up. To avoid gingivitis you must brush and floss regularly and ... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Bumps or patches?: See if they will rub off with a cloth. It could be just some formula forming a white patch. If it does not rob off if could be candida infection. Need... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Could be : Tmj problems can be dental related or arise from degenerative joint problem. You will needd to start with your dentist to rule out the dental problem ... Read More
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A member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Toothache: Toothache can be caused by a cavity, gum disease, grinding, trauma, fracture and so on. You should always check with a dentist to find the cause.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Dental bone graft: There different types of dental bone grafts. If
the bone is harvested from your own body it can be a bit more involved and you will need more time t... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Varies: Mouth ulcers can take up to two week to heal.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Abscess: You might have an abscess. Must check with your dentist.
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A member asked:
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Disagree: Those products might help with cleaning your teeth but do not necessarily whiten your teeth. First you need to see a dentist to evaluate your teeth. Y... Read More
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A member asked:
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Bridgework : A proper treatment planning is the key to fabricating any dental prosthetic work. If you are healthy, have healthy gums and strong abutments (teeth h... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Maybe: A panorex is a quick way of looking at things but a ct scan can show more details.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Not sure?: Anything from trauma to an abscess from an upper tooth can cause this. Need to check with your dentist.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Softer colors: Vivid colors will accentuate your teeth more.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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It should not: Taking birth control meds should not have any effect on dental implants.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Safety Goggles: It would be wise to use safety goggles.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
No: The material used for fabrication of dental night guards are harmless and safe to use.
You can always ask your dentist to provide you with that infor... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
TMJ: Tmj problem can cause migraine and quite few problems that can all be dentally related. You must check with your dentist to address any occlusal dish... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Salt water: Usually you do not need to use salt water after every dental procedure. A salt water rinse is useful after an extraction.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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You can't: Unfortunately teeth do stain form drinking tea, coffee , red wine, as well as some foods that can cause staining. You should try to keep your teeth c... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is usually for 7-10 days for a dental infection. This should be prescribed by your dentist for correct dosage and duration.
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Unhealthy?: I am not sure what you mean by unhealthy. Are the teeth discolored? Do you have many broken down and or stained fillings? The first step is to go to a... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Veneers/crown: Porcelain veneer or crown is a good option but first you need to be evaluated thoroughly by your dentist.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Salivary flow: Can try placing some lemon juice in your drinking water. Chewing gum can also stimulate salivary flow.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Meth Mouth: Meth mouth is a dental condition characterized by severe decay and loss of teeth, fracture and enamel erosion. This is due to extended use of the drug... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Depends: Invisalign is not effective for all cases. You need to consult with your dentist to decide if it is appropriate for your specific problem.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
No: Dental hygienist do not administer botox.
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A 36-year-old male asked:
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Yes: Crowns can definitely be redone.
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Evaluate: The type of staining needs to be evaluated before deciding a proper tx. Plan. Extrinsic stains can be treated differently than intrinsic stains. Talk ... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Constant pain?: You really need to find out the cause of this constant pain. It does not make sense to take constant pain medication.
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A 57-year-old female asked:
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Consult: It would be wise to show that lesion to your dentist as well to be sure.
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A 63-year-old male asked:
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Depends: It depends on how long ago you have had the root canal therapy? Sometimes, a tooth is still sensitive for a while after the treatment. You should cons... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
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Whit spots: Fungal infection can show up as white spots in the mouth. Make sure to show those spots to your doctor to be sure.
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A 31-year-old male asked:
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Brushing: There is actually a proper way to brush teeth. Next time when you go to your dentist, ask her or the hygienist to show you the proper way of brushing.
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Topical: The topical anesthetic is usually placed at the site of the injection to help reduce the pain of needle penetration
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Removing decay: cavities can be only repaired by complete removal of the caries. Usually they are removed by a hand piece and or air abrasion technique used at some d... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Maybe: People react differently to various sedation techniques. Nitrous oxide is a good tool to use for reducing anxiety level and help patients to tolera... Read More
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A 25-year-old male asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Yes: Antidepressant and a number of medications can cause dry mouth. Drink plenty of water. Can add some lemon to stimulate saliva. Also, chewing sugar fre... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Exam : You need to check with a dentist to find out the source of the problem so you can get rid of the pain permanently.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Yes: Dental decay must be detected by visiting your dentist and taking the proper x-rays. It is very difficult to detect dental decay on your own.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Grinding: You need to see your dentist who can make you an occlusal guard(night guard) to wear during sleep.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Composite fillings: Fillings can fail due to fracture or recurrent decay. Periodic check up can keep everything under control.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Tooth ache?: There are many reasons or tooth ache. You really need to check with your dentist to rule out the possibility of caries, fracture, and any sort if infe... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
Dentistry 31 years experience
Cause of pain?: It is important to find the cause of pain first by visiting your dentist.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Dental anesthetic: Dental anesthetics wear off and are excreted naturally. You do not nee to do anything special.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Dentistry 31 years experience
I hope not: Since you do not know the source of the ulcer it is always wise to avoid oral contact until it is healed and safe.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Discuss : Well informed patient is a happy patient.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Dental implants: Dental implants are small titanium screws placed in the jaw bone to help retain and secure a prosthesis(crown or denture) in the mouth.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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No: I am not sure what method of bleaching you opted for and how strong it was. You should definitely talk to your dentist about this.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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Short recovery: Most people recover very nicely and in a short amount of time. Keep in mind that a person's stats of health plays an important role in any healing pro... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Tarter: Tarter can be white or darker colors . You must check with your dentist to evaluate the nature of these white spots.
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A 26-year-old male asked:
Dr. Maryam Chianianswered
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Lip ulcer: If you have a persistent ulcer that does not go away, you should have it checked out dy your dentist or physician.
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Nov 5, 2012
Very Knowledgable. Very quick to respond to patients. A great doctor to follow.
Nov 8, 2012
Very knowledgable doctor. Great answers and a great doctor to follow!
Sep 23, 2012
Very precise & accurate responses. Impressive indeed.
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This was very helpful. Thanks! I used to work so hard I came home so exhausted to floss. Perio issues are now under control with a lot of recession. 2 implant crowns to be attached in 2 months. Go for...Read More
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! He got his teeth pulled but didn't get his dentures yet, months later
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Thanks for your quick reply! Miami based DDS's run it differently. General DDS does all speciaties!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
university of pittsburgh school of dental medicine
Graduated 1996MD
Awards
Most Influential, Third Place, Pittsburgh, PA - Winter
2013
Top Dentist, First Place, Pittsburgh, PA - Winter
2013
Top Dentist, Third Place, Pennsylvania - Summer
2013
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